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India has 2nd largest 5G network in World: Vaishnav | Mint Primer | Mint

India has rapidly established the world's second-largest 5G network with over 300,000 sites set up in 714 districts within 10 months, driven by telecom providers Bharti Airtel and Reliance Jio. The government has taken initiatives to expedite the rollout, simplifying procedures for clearance and permissions. The GatiShakti Sanchar portal facilitates Right of Way permissions. An Inter-Ministerial Committee is working on sector-specific 5G use cases, spanning education, agriculture, health, and more. India's achievement showcases its adaptability and technological drive, reflecting a vision for a connected and advanced nation, benefiting all citizens.

21 Aug 2023
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Reliance Jio in talks with foreign banks for over $1 bn loan to purchase 5G network | Mint Primer

Indian Billionaire Mukesh Ambani's Telecommunication Company, Reliance Jio Infocomm Is In Talks With A Clutch Of Global Banks To Raise Around $1-1.5 Billion Through An Offshore Syndicated Loan.

12 Jul 2023
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Mukesh Ambani calls for 2G-free India

Reliance Jio, part of Ambani's RIL, has started work on developing 5G services and is the only telecom operator in India which does not have a legacy 2G/3G network and corresponding subscriber base

1 min read31 Jul 2020
Technology

China gives green light for local 5G rollout amid tech tensions with US

5G technology will establish a high-speed, mobile, safe and widespread new-generation information infrastructureThe technology is expected to bring new opportunities and buoy the growth of China's digital economy

3 min read6 Jun 2019
Industry

Healthcare, energy farm, smart cities seen boosting 5G demand

The government is looking at three or four sectors from where the 5G can have the maximum impact, telecom secretary Aruna Sundararajan said

1 min read23 May 2018
Opinion

Preparing for India’s next telecom revolution

5G technology could be the backbone of India's growthbut it will require reforms to simplify the upgradation of critical infrastructure

4 min read7 May 2018
Opinion

Policy challenges of new technology

The fourth industrial revolution and 5G connectivity offer a once-in-a-generation economic opportunity, but capitalizing on the shift requires creative policy reforms

4 min read23 Apr 2018
Industry

High-level panel to meet on early rollout of 5G in India

Pilot projects for 5G services in India and creating a research ecosystem for IP rights development are on the agenda of the meeting

2 min read12 Dec 2017
Industry

China begins 5G telecom trial runs to get head start: report

China has started conducting trials for 5G telecommunications equipment in about 100 cities

2 min read5 Oct 2016
Companies

Scramble for 5G rollout drives Nokia-Alcatel deal

Firms eager to build scale in research and development to avoid losing out to Asian rivals such as Huawei

3 min read16 Apr 2015
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